Days Out in Bedfordshire

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Enjoy a great day out in Bedfordshire exploring one of Britain's most magnificent 'secret' gardens at Wrest Park. As well as a French-style mansion, exhibitions and events, ninety acres of historic landscape offer fantastic opportunities for relaxing - perfect for both families and garden lovers alike!

We have now switched to our summer opening hours, meaning that there is even more time for you to enjoy our properties and events on your visit. Please check opening times before you travel.

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Bushmead Priory
Bushmead Priory

Bushmead Priory is a rare survival of the complete refectory of an Augustinian priory, with a fine timber roof and notable 14th century wall paintings.

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Houghton House
Houghton House

Houghton House today is the shell of a 17th century mansion commanding magnificent views, reputedly the inspiration for the ‘House Beautiful’ in John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress.

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Wrest Park
Wrest Park

Visit this Bedfordshire visitor attraction, one of the most magnificent gardens in England yet one of the least well known.

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De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton
De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton

Among the largest sepulchral chapels attached to any English church, this cruciform mausoleum houses a remarkable sequence of 17 sculpted and effigied monuments.

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Audley End House and Gardens
Audley End House and Gardens

Essex

One of England's finest country houses, Audley End is also a mansion with a difference. Enjoy a great day out.

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Events : Bedfordshire

Wrest at War!
Wrest at War!
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sun 26 & Mon 27 May 2013 (bank holiday)

Wrest at War! Experience the theatre of war from all quarters at Wrest Park. From WWI trenches to the WWII D-Day landings, experience life in tumultuous times, with music and performance and lots of fun for all the family!

Time Travellers Go... Awesome Archaeology!
Time Travellers Go... Awesome Archaeology!
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Tue 28 - Fri 31 May 2013

Let the kids get stuck into history with the chance to uncover clues and handle artefacts. Take part in a sand pit dig to unveil secrets from the past. Plus plenty of hands on activities.
Sense and Sensibility
Sense and Sensibility
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Fri 21 Jun 2013

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company, as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the decadent world of eighteenth-century society. Bring your chairs, picnics and friends to enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre at its best.

Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sun 7 Jul 2013

Every Sunday in July you can enjoy music in the stunning surroundings of Wrest Park on a relaxing Summer afternoon. Why not indulge in a family picnic or stroll around the grounds as your afternoon is accompanied by a new musical treat each week!
Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sun 14 Jul 2013

Every Sunday in July you can enjoy music in the stunning surroundings of Wrest Park on a relaxing Summer afternoon. Why not indulge in a family picnic or stroll around the grounds as your afternoon is accompanied by a new musical treat each week!
Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Music on a Sunday Afternoon
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sun 21 Jul 2013

Every Sunday in July you can enjoy music in the stunning surroundings of Wrest Park on a relaxing Summer afternoon. Why not indulge in a family picnic or stroll around the grounds as your afternoon is accompanied by a new musical treat each week!
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